Port Stephens News Of The Area 8 December 2022

By Marian SAMPSON

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The asbestos sheeting forms part of an old retaining wall adjacent to the rock wall and was exposed during the recent extreme weather events.

There are community concerns around the signage warning of the asbestos only being visible from the grassed area and not from the beach.

By Jewell DRURY

Asbestos Exposed On Corlette Foreshore

Econetwork member Roz Armstrong told News Of The Area, “If there is asbestos the temporary signage and plastic tape that has been installed is totally inadequate.”

A Port Stephens Council spokesperson has advised, “Council was notified regarding foreshore erosion in the area and completed a site inspection.

“Asbestos lining was found acting as a

barrier filtering through an old timber seawall which had previously been covered in sand.

“The area was immediately made safe by covering material with a geotextile and sand.

“The area was also signposted and cordoned off to prevent access.

“An external Asbestos Assessor was engaged, the area has been deemed safe and a site specific Asbestos Removal Control Plan completed.

“The area will be cleared of all asbestos material prior to the Christmas shut down period.”

The legacy of asbestos

being used as a building material and in workplaces is asbestosis and mesothelioma, a cancer affecting the mesothelial cells which cover most internal organs.

Anyone renovating a property who suspects that they may be dealing with asbestos should test surfaces and if asbestos is found have it professionally removed.

Tracey Bennett joins NOTA

NEWS Of The Area is proud to announce that Tracey Bennett has joined the organisation as a Client Account Manager.

Tracey joins the business after more than ten years with the Port Stephens Examiner, where she developed strong relationships with the business sector across the region.

The Medowie local said she is “excited to take on new challenges” in her new role and to help grow the reach of NOTA in the community.

“It is very exciting to be involved in building the paper up.

“It is great that News Of The Area is a small family business, run from Port Stephens.

"The paper is very community minded which I really like.

“Hopefully we can keep building.”

From this week, Tracey will be helping local businesses achieve their marketing goals with NOTA and welcomes any business interested in advertising through the paper to get in touch.

“I look forward to catching up with as many people as possible, rekindling old friendships and starting new ones,” she said.

Tracey joins NOTA at a time of growth, with the well-loved TV guide being reintroduced to the paper from this week.

Any businesses may contact Tracey on 0484 263 558 or by email tracey@newsofthearea.com.au

Land lease developments creating rate inequities

By Marian SAMPSON

IT’S no secret that Port Stephens is a retirement mecca.

In fact according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 data 29.1 percent of the population in the region is aged over 55 years of age.

The face of living in retirement is changing fast and this has seen a new growth sector in the housing market - the Over 55’s Lifestyle Village - with many of these villages sitting on sites that are considered ‘caravan parks’.

In Port Stephens there are a multitude of these offerings including Sunrise, Latitude One, Tallowood, Sandy Shores, Greenside, Homestead, Bayway, The Cove, Palm Lake Resort and Karuah Waters Estate.

All of these villages use a similar model where a landlord pays business rates for the land use and the residents pay a rent, not rates, for each home.

Residents across Port Stephens face a large rate rise and questions are being asked about the inequity of the costs being paid per resident for Council services.

Residents in over 55’s lifestyle villages are asked the same questions about rate rises as homeowners and renters when the outcome may not impact their budgets and lifestyles.

Many homeowners and renters want Council to deliver within their means rather than residents paying more in rates.

Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington told News Of The Area, “The NSW Liberal

National government has ignored the explosion of land lease developments over the last twelve years.

“They’ve allowed outdated planning laws to remain the same, meaning de facto subdivisions could be developed without residents paying rates.”

Ms Washington said it is not the residents of the villages who are to blame.

“The government has failed to keep its laws up to pace with housing demand, leaving our Council with a significant hole in its coffers.

“NSW has a housing crisis, and more homes are needed, but we must ensure development is appropriate and that there’s adequate infrastructure to support them.”

Steve Peart, Group Manager Development Services at Port Stephens Council told News Of The Area, “Each manufactured home estate is usually a single parcel of land owned by a single business entity and rated as a business paying the higher business rate.

“Each home site in an

estate is leased by the occupant from the business entity.

“As homesites in estates have some shared services, the NSW Valuer General cannot issue a separate valuation for each home site or residence.

“Councils are not permitted to calculate rates on a per capita basis, or any other basis apart from land value and land category in NSW.

“As a result of this legislation, residents of over 55’s style development do not pay rates.

“It is fair to say that legislation has not kept pace with these developments, so the apparent inequities continue.”

Mr Peart said Council has an active program of advocating to the State Government for reform concerning lifestyle villages, and is currently working with the NSW Department of Planning on this in combination with other councils, such as MidCoast Council.

“Council has removed ‘caravan parks’ as a permissible use in zones where this type of development is considered inappropriate, with recent approval relying on existing use rights.

“Representations to the

State Government have been made over a number of years, aimed at fostering rate reform, but there have been no changes in the legislation has occurred.

“Council has also taken the opportunity to make strong representation to IPART when submissions were called into the rating structures in Local Government.

“These suggestions were not adopted by the State Government.

“These representations included asking for the agency to address the prevalence of short-stay accommodation but also around the difficulties of the over 55’s lifestyle developments in 2018/2019.

“IPART formalised its review and made recommendations to the State Governments.

“The State Government did not take up the recommendations and the reform didn’t progress.”

Other submissions to the State Government have related to the lack of a framework for considering lifestyle villages.

“The state government has recognized that this is an issue but it is yet to be resolved,” he said.

"Council will at every chance continue to advocate to the State government on this issue.”

q Tracey Bennett is excited to support businesses to achieve their marketing goals with NOTA.

Crime forum addresses community concerns

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and stray dogs, safety and well being, and business concerns.

93 percent of the polled residents said they had experienced at least one of the above.

Inspector Kristin Marshall, Officer in Charge Nelson Bay Police Station, shared that reported crime in 2022 was marginally less than had been reported in previous years.

During the last six months there have been eleven break and enters and seven stolen cars compared to 2019 where there had been fourteen break and enters and ten cars stolen.

In 2018 the statistics were higher with 29 break and enters and 17 cars stolen.

Local crime statistics for 2020 and 2021, during Covid, were even lower.

“We are all here because

of our concerns about the crime in our community but please remember the police are a small link in a long chain of the community, we may not have all the answers but we are here to help you as much as we possibly can,”

Inspector Marshall reassured the community.

Pastor Anthony of Tanilba Bay Baptist Church spoke of there being a safe place with boundaries for young people through the church's youth group which meets every

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Friday night at 7.30pm.

jupiters youth counselling service counsellor Avril Saunders spoke positively about youth in the area who are receiving free counselling through the organisation.

“jupiter is community funded, giving the youth a ‘space to talk’,” Ms Saunders

“For too long the scales of justice have been lopsided as they protect and support the rights of the offender and forget the innocent victims,” Mr Watson told the Tilligerry community.

Interpretive signage installed at Barry Park

By Marian SAMPSON

AT Fingal Bay’s Barry Park

a small team of volunteers have been weeding and caring for the parkland that is currently displaying beautiful wildflowers.

They have also been working on installing new interpretive signage at the park to help visitors to the area learn about the importance of the park and its vegetation.

Port Stephens Councillor Leah Anderson said, “The Fingal Bay Bay Parks Group do an amazing job keeping Barry Park clean, the grass mowed, and the boardwalk maintained, for our locals and visitors to enjoy all year round.

“We have some amazing community minded people

in our community, who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get things done, as they take pride in their local community.

“We are truly blessed to have them.

“A huge shout out of thanks to Leon Squires and his Fingal Bay Parks Team,” she said.

Landcare volunteers work year round to support our natural environment.

Weeding, planting, propagating and taking care of parks are just some of the things these environmental diehards get involved in.

These volunteers not only keep invasive species at bay but they enhance the environment for all who spend time in it.

Port Stephens Council’s Natural Systems Coordinator

Lincoln Carter told News Of The Area, “Landcare groups provide assistance with the maintenance of local parks and reserves as well as bush regeneration, habitat improvement and weeding activities.

“They work at various reserves in their area targeting invasive species and garden escapes to protect the local native biodiversity.

“They also provide an avenue for residents to get involved in their local community and give back to their natural environment.”

Around Port Stephens there are several active Landcare and Parks Teams.

“Our Mambo Wetlands have been cared for by Landcare groups over the years, with 25 hectares of weeds treated, 50 hectares of

To

environment, visit the Port Stephens Council website, read the volunteering booklet, and complete and return the Volunteering Expression of Interest form.

told News Of The Area. One Nation candidate Mark Watson shared a ten point plan that One Nation would introduce if he was elected at the next state election to represent Port Stephens.

q Sergeant Paul Doherty, forum organiser Mrs Ada Corney and Inspector Kristin Marshall, Officer In Charge at Nelson Bay Police Station. Photo: Jewell Drury

q jupiter counsellor Avril Saunders, Pastor Anthony from Tanilba Bay Baptist Church, organisers Ada and Stephen Corney, and One Nation candidate Mark Watson. Photo: Jewell Drury.

bushland regenerated, 1,200 native trees planted,” Lincoln said.

become a member of a Landcare group and contribute to your local

q Port Stephens Councillor Leah Anderson, Port Stephens Council employee and Landcare Group Co-ordinator Kate, with Leon and Donny, members of the Fingal Bay Parks Group at the newly installed interpretive signage at Barry Park.

Private construction creating barriers to public land access

By Marian SAMPSON

CONCERNS have been raised again over residents of waterfront properties in Port Stephens creating barriers to access of public land.

West of Bagnalls Beach and adjacent to the first four to five properties, there is what was once an accessible foreshore walk on public land.

The surface was relatively uninterrupted, with grass and sandy stretches.

Now, residents of some of these foreshore properties are undertaking building works on the foreshore, creating barriers to accessibility.

What was once a comfortable stroll with small steps around incursions into the public domain by boat ramps now poses an impossible challenge to members of the public wishing to access a walk along the Corlette foreshore.

This weekend 72-year-

old Port Stephens local Roz Armstrong needed a walking stick to steady her as she stepped down from the terraced lawn.

She had previously negotiated this stretch of the walk without a problem.

This time she was unable to step back up because of her disability.

Roz Armstrong told News Of The Area, “I had to encroach on two private properties to return to my foreshore walk.

“Access to the beach is a right that families regard very highly, and it is an affront to our equitable lifestyle for persons with resources to buy waterfront land and attempt to prevent the public from using this space,” she said.

While the community awaits the Council’s Coastal Management Plan, Roz and members of groups such as Landcare hope that the community will be able to highlight issues such as this type of incursion during the consultation process.

She is also hopeful that the

completed plan will ultimately produce some guidelines for waterfront land owners on how to undertake protection rather than destruction works and preserve access for all of our community.

“One of my big concerns is the delay in the Council in doing the Coastal Management Plan,” Roz said.

Council has received funding to complete stage 3 and stage 4 of the plan.

q The wall has been dubbed the Great Wall of Corlette due to its

the

foreshore

Council receives pothole repair funding

By Marian SAMPSON

PORT Stephens Council will soon start receiving funds for urgent pothole repairs under the NSW Government’s $50 million Fixing Local Roads Pothole Repair Round.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Taylor Martin said that more than $1.38 million is going straight into the bank accounts of four councils in the Lower Hunter, including Port Stephens, to help them cover the extra costs and workload pressures following this year’s unprecedented rain and storms.

Under the program Port Stephens Council will receive $251,105.84 in funding.

“These grants are a rapid injection of cash to help councils get on with the job of repairing potholes to get us through the wet summer ahead,” Mr Martin said.

“This is on top of the ongoing investment in a stronger road network through Fixing Local Roads, Fixing Country Roads and Fixing Country Bridges.”

Minister for Regional

Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said all 94 regional councils that applied for funding had been approved for grants.

“From December, councils across regional NSW will receive their share of $50 million to repair potholeravaged local and regional roads,” Mr Farraway said.

q A pothole on a local street which leads to Dutchie Beach which will see increased traffic during the busy holiday season. Photo: Marian Sampson.

“This additional support will help councils to repair their most damaged roads, improving safety and reducing wear and tear on vehicles.”

The NSW road network is more than 180,000 kilometres long, with local councils currently responsible for maintaining well in excess 85 percent of it, including regional and local roads.

John Maretich, Port Stephens Council’s Assets Section Manager told News Of The Area that Council had been trialling options for pothole repair.

“We’ve completed a trial with a Jetpatcher machine which is designed to repair damage to sealed road surfaces including potholes.

“A Jetpatcher uses high pressure air to remove debris, then primes the bitumen, a precoated aggregate is sprayed into the pothole then the truck drives over the fill to compact.

“The Jetpatcher uses a larger amount of material,

leaving quite a bit of gravel on the road, which means drivers and riders need to slow down and drive to the conditions.

“Due to the excess material being left, we’ve decided the Jetpatcher won’t be used as a standard part of our road maintenance program, however in periods of high rain it would be beneficial to use on some low vehicle volume roads.

“We engage contractors to undertake road maintenance works, but pothole filling isn’t part of our maintenance program, it’s a short term risk

reduction to allow vehicles to travel safely.

“We have the ability to respond much quicker than contractors.

“Our crews review reports that come directly from the community which highlight what roads need attention.

“Should we engage contractors, our works would be part of their program of works that services multiple areas, meaning we’d have to compete with our Councils to have our work completed,” he said.

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q Roz Armstrong seated on the newly erected wall on public land on the Corlette Foreshore.

q A property owner has stripped vegetation from the public land adjacent to their property. Photo: Marian Sampson.

interruption of

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precinct. Photo: Marian Sampson.

National Water Safety Day

THURSDAY December 1 was the first day of summer and National Water Safety Day.

This is a great opportunity for us to remind all Australians of the importance of being safe in and around the water.

In 2020, Surf Life Saving successfully worked with the Australian Government to dedicate December 1 to raising awareness of an issue, which impacts every community across the country.

Red Zone Promise

APPROXIMATELY 700

households neighboring the Williamtown RAAF Base are affected by the PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) management zone declared by the NSW EPA which encircles those properties.

During an address to Parliament recently, Member for Paterson Meryl Swanson said that since the declaration in 2015, those affected have

had their lives on hold while awaiting a solution to this environmental disaster.

They have stood courageously while the true impact on their health and the health of their families have continually been ignored by the former Government.

During this time they have had the values of their homes and properties slashed, farmers have had their

livelihoods suspended and residents have had little or no way to escape the restrictions placed on them through no fault of their own, Ms Swanson told Parliament.

After seven years, these families are no closer to a solution.

Australians love the water and each year there are over 500 million visitations to 11,500 beaches across 52,000 kilometres of coastline.

As detailed in the SLSA 2022 National Coastal Safety Report, tragically there were 141 coastal drowning deaths across the country.

This grim figure is the highest number recorded and reinforces how important it is that we continue to promote our key safety messages and

After millions of dollars spent by the Defence Department and the former Government, there are still no answers.

“I am proud to tell you that winning government has been a game changer for me, because the new Government has finally stood up and taken responsibility for this unmitigated mess,” Ms Swanson said.

The Member for Paterson said she has not wasted a minute in beginning the

supply information to help reduce drowning deaths and injuries across the country.

Last summer alone (December – February), 61 people lost their lives due to drowning.

This accounted for just under half (43 percent) of all coastal drowning deaths across 2021-22.

Tips for staying safe in the water this summer

• Swim at a patrolled beach between the red and yellow flags

• Wear a lifejacket if you are going boating, rock fishing, or on a watercraft

• Avoid alcohol and drugs while undertaking water activities

• Always supervise children on, in and around water at all times

• Check weather conditions before heading out

• Visit www.beachsafe. org.au

process of finding a solution for these families.

Ms Swanson praised the Minister for Defence Richard Marles, in his capacity as Shadow minister for the past seven years, for demonstrating a willingness to listen and work with the community.

Assistant Minister for Defence Matt Thistlethwaite met with the community in the Red Zone area and apologized,

Reminder to red zone beekeepers

THE NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) Varroa mite emergency response is reminding all beekeepers in the eradication or red zones that they cannot re-establish bees in those zones until they are deemed safe.

NSW DPI Chief Plant Protection Officer Dr Satendra Kumar says it is important all

beekeepers are on the same page and that the message is clear.

“We have almost successfully euthanised all managed hives in the red zone, but we are hearing some reports of people attempting to establish, or re-establish bees, which is not allowed under the emergency order,” he said.

“The goal of the Varroa

mite Response is the full eradication of the parasite from NSW, which is the best outcome for Australia's $147M honey bee industry, the $14.2B pollination reliant industries and the communities they support.

“Full eradication requires us to euthanise 100 percent of Varroa hosts, being all European honey bees in the

red zones, managed and wild, and to ensure the red zones are free from Varroa mite for a period of time to support a declaration that Australia is free of the mite.”

Euthanising all bees in these areas removes any chance of Varroa mite surviving and spreading undetected through potential future hosts, where incubation

of the parasite may be happening.

“NSW DPI knows this is difficult for beekeepers and appreciates the cooperation we are seeing from the majority of people,” Dr Kumar said.

“Reimbursement is available for registered beekeepers in the red zone in consideration of the financial

taking responsibility for the PFAS contamination and vowing to work with the Defence department in order to help the community.

Ms Swanson admitted that it was clear to her that it was going to take all three levels of Government to fix the mess.

“We will fix this as a Government who stands up, who takes responsibility.

“We will fix this mess.”

impact of the response and acknowledgement that it may be a few years before hives can be managed in this zone.

“Our aim is to get to this freedom of Varroa as soon as possible, and we will be keeping our communication lines open so that beekeepers know how things are progressing.”

More information is available from NSW DP website at https://www.dpi. nsw.gov.au/varroa

q Member for Paterson Meryl Swanson has vowed to find a solution for affected families.

q A Red Zone community meeting.

q Importance of being safe in and around the water.

Council wages reduced by

By Marian SAMPSON

AFTER declaring itself not financially sustainable, Port Stephens Council has progressed its bid to increase rates across the LGA.

In coming issues of the NOTA we will explore some of the things which Council

is doing to reach financial sustainability going forward.

With a rate rise on the cards, many are wondering what is being done internally within Council to cut costs.

A Council spokesperson told News Of The Area that Council has worked hard to find opportunities to reduce

costs and find savings for a number of years.

“In 2020 Council predicted a deficit of $4.3 million and again in 2021 predicted a deficit of $2.3 million however, through effective short-term strategies Council was able to deliver a modest $583,000 and $147,000 surplus respectively.

“This was a saving of $7.4 million across two financial years.”

Council has since appointed independent experts to analyse its overall long term financial position. These reports and recommendations were presented to Councillors in

Are you a Koala Crusader?

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Port Stephens Koala Hospital cares for koalas from the Port Stephens and Myall Coast regions as well as from further afield when there is an animal in need.

Just in time for Christmas gifting, the Port Stephens Council operated Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary, which houses the Koala Hospital, is offering koala lovers the opportunity to become a ‘Koala Crusader’ annual pass holder.

Holiday Parks Section Manager Kim Latham said that koala lovers can directly contribute to the long-term preservation of the species in the Port Stephens region by

since March

March 2022.

“Since then, wages have been reduced by $1,053,000, a one off ten percent increase to fees and charges was implemented and agreement has been made for a further rollout of paid parking,” the spokesperson said.

“Council has also

Koala, baseball cap, lapel pin, sticker and writing pen.

“When a Koala Crusader visits the Sanctuary they’ll also get plenty of additional perks like ten percent off souvenirs, food and beverage purchased at Fat Possum Café, a ten percent discount off on-site accommodation, as well as being able to bring a friend for free on Wild Koala Day - 3 May 2023.

“A decade ago we counted koalas in this region in the thousands, but today their population numbers are in the hundreds. Ongoing financial support is vitally important to support population growth in the species,” Ms Latham added.

Port Stephens Council Business Development and Marketing Manager James Cook told News Of The Area, “A contribution of 20 percent of each Koala Crusader pack price goes directly to the Port Stephens Koala Hospital.

“Koala Crusader package

identified a number of assets which may be in excess of our community needs.

“These cost saving measures will continue to be adopted by the organisation.

“Council also publishes additional data in relation to the budget and cost cutting on their website.”

merchandise products were sourced, wherever possible, and supplied from Australian companies and manufactures,” he said.

The Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is a partnership between Port Stephens Council, the NSW Government and volunteer care group Port Stephens Koala Hospital.

Its focus is on conservation and protecting the threatened species for years to come.

Port Stephens Koala Hospital is currently fundraising and has beautiful koala in care calendars and other products including childrens colouring books and jigsaws available for purchase.

100 percent of profits from the sale of Port Stephens Koala Hospital merchandise goes directly to the care of sick and injured koalas in Port Stephens.

You can view the products online at www. portstephenskoalas.com.au

wild,” she said.

“Koala Crusaders receive various ‘goodies’ when they

buy their pass, including a twelve month Annual Entry Pass, a pledge certificate, plush

q One of our local koalas.

Photo: Marian Sampson.

By Marian SAMPSON

This week the Lions drew their pre-Christmas Raffle at Terrace Central.

Annette Clark of the Raymond Terrace Lions Club told News Of The Area, “Winning ticket numbers were #0511, #0804 and #0951.

“The raffle had been run from 2 November to 2 December in Terrace Central with thanks to Ben Robinson, Centre Manager with the Panthera Group.”

This year the Lions Club decided on a pre-Christmas

raffle to help ease the burden on the family budget.

“Even with the pressures on household budgets, the community gave generously and we were pleasantly surprised with the outcome.”

Funds raised are destined for the devastated flood regions of NSW.

“First prize was $1500 and second prize was a garden barrow full of presents for all members of the family.”

“It was most heartening to see all three prizes being won by strong supporters of the Raymond Terrace Lions Club and all that we do for this community.

“Like most service clubs today, the Raymond Terrace Lions Club struggles to manage all the projects that come our way at this time of

the year.”

On the calendar for this hardworking team of community volunteers in the lead up to Christnas is the Lions Cake Sale, Christmas Wrapping and the much needed ‘Driver Reviver’ project.

Volunteering with Lions is a great way to serve the local community.

Through fires, droughts and floods the Lions have been there for the community for over 100 years and you can be a part of the positive impact that the organisation makes around the world.

“If anyone finds themselves with a few hours to spare and would like to be part of a worthy cause, simply give Annette a call on 0419219634.”

More Defibrillator Funding For Sports Clubs

By Marian SAMPSON

CARDIAC arrests can happen anywhere, anytime and even apparently fit and healthy people can suffer from one of these life threatening emergencies.

Community sporting clubs and organisations can now apply for life-saving defibrillators as part of the NSW Government’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program.

Minister for Sport Alister Henskens said the NSW Government has committed $2 million over four years to the program, ensuring more sporting clubs and councils are equipped to respond to life-threatening emergencies.

“Whether you’re at your local sailing club or playing footy with your mates, when someone has a cardiac arrest,

time is crucial – they can happen to anyone, anytime, or anywhere so it’s vital that a defibrillator is readily accessible,” Mr Henskens said.

The Local Sports Defibrillator Program is available to sport and recreation clubs, associations and organisations as well as councils and service clubs.

Up to $3,000 is available per device with organisations able to apply for up to three devices.

Applications are open and close Friday 10 February 2023.

Across Port Stephens there are four sports councils that have representatives from local sporting clubs, special interest groups, elected Councillors and community representatives in the Tomaree, Medowie,

West Ward and Tilligerry localities.

Council works with our sports councils to apply for funding.

Clinton Bridge, Port Stephens Council’s Community Assets Coordinator told News Of The Area, “Most recently Tomaree Sports Council was successful in receiving NSW State Government grant funding as a contribution towards purchasing two defibrillators.”

“Technically all sporting field amenities (where defibs are stored) are under lock and key unless hired.

“When a sporting club, school, or group has the space hired, they open these facilities and the defibs are then available for anyone to access.

“Council doesn’t want to

risk having it vandalised or destroyed when in a public space as we wouldn’t have the funds to repair or replace it,” Clinton said.

Sadly, a local Chemist who trialled placing a defibrillator in a public space has had it targeted multiple times by vandals.

Since 2017, more than 2,000 devices have been installed at sports facilities across the State.

The co-deputy Director of the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute, Professor Jamie Vandenberg, said people who play sport may think they are healthy but sudden cardiac arrest does not discriminate.

“Sudden cardiac arrest is a devastating disease which takes the lives of nine out of ten people who suffer an arrest outside of hospital.

"It’s vital we install as many life-saving defibrillators as possible across NSW and beyond and that people know how to use them,” Professor Vandenberg said.

“I encourage sporting clubs to apply for these generous grants that will help prevent the trauma, and the heartache, that cardiac arrest causes families."

There are defibrillators at these Council sport facilities:

West Ward Sports Council:

· Lakeside No1 – Outside of Referee Office

· King Park – Function Room

· Stuart Park – Referee Room

· Brandon Park – Home Change Room

· Bowthorne Park –Home Change Room

· Port Stephens Netball

(Raymond Terrace) –Ladies Toilet

· Green Wattle Creek Pony Club – Main Office

Tomaree Sports Council:

· Elizabeth Waring –Function Room

· Salamander Sports Complex – Function Room

· Bruce Scott Pavilion –First Aid Room

Medowie:

· Kindlebark Oval –Storage Room

· Yulong Oval – Breezeway

· Boyd Oval – Canteen

· Ferodale OvalBreezeway

· Medowie Tennis –Clubhouse

Pools:

· Lakeside Leisure Centre

· Tilligerry Aquatic Centre

· Tomaree Aquatic Centre

q Some of the Lions with the team at Terrace Central.

Largest Christmas Tree In Southern Hemisphere Lights Up In Raymond Terrace

By Marian SAMPSON

Raymond Terrace

The tree is in the grounds of The Rectory and the event is supported by Raymond Terrace Bowling Club.

The lights were turned

on at 6pm on Friday and attendees enjoyed market stalls and carols by the Anglican Church Band.

For the kids there was plenty to enjoy with facepainting and a jumping castle.

On Friday members of the community gathered to celebrate as the tree was lit up once again.

told News Of The Area, "It's always an honour to attend the lighting of the biggest Christmas tree in the Southern Hemisphere.

"The community spirit is always on display and to get such a huge turnout from our community is always fantastic.

"Thanks to Raymond Terrace Bowling Club, The

Rectory, Hopper the Tree Lopper and Port Stephens Council for giving us our iconic Christmas tree for another year, with a tree lighting event to go with it.

"I look forward to being back again next year - and I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe holiday period," he said.

Christmas

q Port Stephens Deputy Mayor Giacomo Arnott lighting up the biggest Christmas Tree in the Southern Hemisphere at Raymond Terrace last week.

q Santa was on hand to make sure the reindeer and sleigh would clear the tree when they make their rounds on Christmas eve.

Port Stephens Deputy

Mayor Giacomo Arnott

It's on! this summer in Port Stephens

PORT Stephens Council is presenting a jam packed series of events to bring people together for a summer of fun.

From kid’s events, skate comps and live music to food trucks, carols and a visit from Santa – the It’s on! program will keep locals and visitors entertained all summer long.

Vibrant Places Coordinator Amber Herrmann says this summer’s events are designed to be fun, connect our communities, and encourage visitors and residents to spend time in our beautiful outdoors.

“We’ve been listening to the types of activities our community wants to see and this summer we’re trialling a new program including markets, public art, musical performances, street performances and evening activities,” Ms Herrmann said.

“We’re really excited to

have some first-time events happening in areas such as Fern Bay, Karuah, Seaham, Anna Bay, Salt Ash and Lemon Tree Passage, so if you’re looking for something to do, there’s sure to be an activity in an area close to you.”

What's on in Port Stephens

Raymond Terrace

• Roving Soul Fire Circus – 10 December, 10am to 2pm, Raymond Terrace Town Centre

• Terrace Reflections art exhibition – Throughout December, located at side of the Best and Less building, William Street, Raymond Terrace: This exhibition is a celebration of the native fauna of Raymond Terrace. Set against the backdrop of the local area, it is a tongue-in-cheek look at the everyday lives of native animals as they prepare for, and

celebrate, the festive season.

• Men’s Shed Choir – 16 and 23 December, 10am to 1pm, William Street

Raymond Terrace

• It’s on! Tastes Like Summer – 16 December, 20 January, 17 February, Riverside Park, Raymond Terrace: We’re celebrating Summer with community connection, food and music.

• Port Stephens Produce Market x Homegrown Markets, 17 December, 9am to 1pm, Carpark at Council Admin Building, 116 Adelaide Street

Raymond Terrace

• Elf on stilts and Elsa visit – 17 December, 10am to 2pm, Raymond Terrace town centre

• Twilight Christmas storytime and craft –20 December, 4.30pm to 5.15pm, Raymond

Terrace Library

Nelson Bay

• Seaside singers – 2 December, 11.30am to 12.30pm, Stockton Street Nelson Bay

• Elf on stilts and Santa visit – 10 December, 10am to 2pm, Nelson Bay town centre

• Roving Soul Fire Circus – 17 December, 10am to 12pm, Nelson Bay town centre

• Twilight Christmas storytime and craft – 20 December, 4.30pm to 5.15pm, Tomaree Library

• It’s on! New Year’s Eve –31 December, fireworks at 9pm, Nelson Bay foreshore

• Yacaaba Street art exhibition – Throughout December, Yacaaba Street, Nelson Bay: This exhibition is a celebration of the native fauna of Raymond Terrace. Set

against the backdrop of the local area, it is a tongue-in-cheek look at the everyday lives of native animals as they prepare for, and celebrate, the festive season.

Lemon Tree Passage

• It’s on! Tastes Like Summer – 17 December, 21 January, 18 February, 4pm to 8pm Henderson Park, Lemon Tree Passage: We’re celebrating Summer with community connection, food and music.

• It’s on! Snak n Rap –17 January, 11am to 1pm, Mallabula Skate Park, 1195 Lemon Tree Passage Road, Lemon Tree Passage: Calling all Port Stephens youth! Join for music, art, food, fun and good vibes at any of our 4 free Snak and Rap events. Try the street

art workshop, learn how to scratch with DJ Mathematics, take the mic and freestyle and enjoy some free food!

Karuah

• It’s on! Tastes Like Summer – 2 December, 6 January, 3 February, 4pm to 8pm Longworth Park Karuah.

Fern Bay

• It’s on! Tastes Like Summer – 3 December, 7 January, 4 February, 4pm to 8pm Fern Bay Reserve, Fern Bay.

Salt Ash

• It’s on! Snak n Rap – 18 January, 11am to 1pm, Salt Ash Pump Track. 1 Michael Drive, Salt Ash:

Anna Bay

• It’s on! Snak n Rap – 23 January, 11am to 1pm, Anna Bay Skate Park, 33 Fitzroy Street, Anna Bay.

Seaham

• It’s on! Snak n Rap – 24 January, 11am to 1pm, Seaham Skate Park, 72 Warren Street, Seaham.

Summer begins with grass fire threat

AS summer begins, New South Wales residents are being warned to prepare now, with this year’s persistent rainfall causing the most significant grass fire risk across the State in more than ten years.

Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience Steph Cooke said with the arrival of summer, communities across the State need to be aware of the fire risk this season.

“Two years of wet weather has led to prolific vegetation growth across NSW, with the State now

facing its most significant grass fire threat in more than a decade,” Minister Cooke said.

“It can take just a few days of hot, dry and windy conditions for grass fires to take hold, even in areas which have experienced recent heavy rains and flooding.

“It’s important that households and landholders take precautions now and have a plan in place to know exactly how to react in a fire emergency.”

NSW Rural Fire Service

Commissioner Rob Rogers said the sustained period of wet conditions has the potential to cause complacency in the community.

“Our research has found just one in three people is concerned about the fire season this year, which is the lowest level since the devastating 2019-20 bush fires, and less than half have taken steps to prepare for fire,” Commissioner Rogers said.

“While the recent focus has been on flooding events,

we can’t forget about the dangers of bush and grass fires. Grass fires can move three times faster than a bush fire.

“They can start easily and spread quickly - destroying homes, crops and livelihoods.

“Farmers can help protect their properties by establishing firebreaks around paddocks, homes and other valuable assets like sheds and equipment, helping to slow a fire’s

spread.”

Fire and Rescue NSW Assistant Commissioner Cheryl Steer reminded residents to prepare for any summer bush fire emergency.

“The public can assist fire crews by preparing and maintaining their homes if they are in an at-risk area,” Assistant Commissioner Steer said.

“If you and your family are travelling over the Christmas period, please

check the weather and fire danger ratings and make a plan to leave any location threatened by a grass or bush fire.”

For information about preparing for grass fires, check www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/ grassfires or visit www. myfireplan.com.au.

To check the Fire Danger Ratings for your area, visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au or check the Fires Near Me NSW smartphone app.

What does “vacant possession” mean?

When a property is sold with vacant possession, it means the property needs to be cleared of all personal property and any tenant needs to have vacated by the completion date.

When entering into a Contract for Sale for a property which is sold with vacant possession, it can mean different things depending on whether you are selling or buying.

When selling - this can include:

Removing all items from the property, such as furniture;

Removing building materials stored in the garage, shed or under the house;

Removing any items such as car body parts, tyres, etc; or

•

Providing a tenant with the correct notice to vacate the property.

It would not include removal of any fixtures and fittings included in the Contract for Sale.

The Purchaser is entitled to vacant possession under the Contract and settlement can be delayed or the Purchaser could seek compensation to attend to the removal post settlement.

When purchasing - you

should consider:

• If the property appears to be untidy or has building materials or examples as mentioned above stored at the property and if so, you should advise your conveyancer/ solicitor and they may be able to negotiate a clean-up clause in the Contract on your behalf so that the Contract is conditional upon the Vendor completing this work before you are required to settle; or

When completing the final inspection, which you are entitled to under the Contract, if the property should be in the same condition it was in when you agreed to purchase or if a clean-up clause or any other conditions apply and then ensure those works/conditions have been completed by the Vendor.

If those works have not been completed, you are not required to settle until they are, and you cannot be penalised for the Vendor’s delay.

Mullane & Lindsay would be happy to assist you with your next sale or purchase. Please feel free to contact Michele Rumph of our office on 02 4928 7300.

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Scribbles

By Marian SAMPSON

SCRIBBLES & Rainbow

was founded in 2022 by November Sheehan, the driving force behind Heart Letter Pen.

November saw a need to support disadvantaged youth and children suffering from illness and grief in our community by supplying them with stationery, school equipment and art supplies.

It is the belief of those supporting Scribbles & Rainbow that the mental health of young people should be a priority.

The inspiration to provide textas and art supplies came after November witnessed

young children asking their mother for them at the shops.

November said she was heartbroken to watch their mother tell the children that these were luxuries that the family couldn’t afford right now.

Scribbles & Rainbow supply youth mental health charity jupiter with a large box of beautiful new stationery, journals and art supplies for children that are seeking mental health support to help themselves through their journey.

November told News Of The Area, “Times are getting really tough for many people and every little bit helps.”

All of the Scribbles &

Rainbow boxes are filled to the brim with new quality products donated by the community.

Scribbles & Rainbow believe that a child’s imagination is a magical place and the most amazing ideas can come from there.

There are now fourteen boxes of supplies at various points around Port Stephens for children to access.

November and the volunteers plan to grow the access for youth to these supplies, and Scribbles & Rainbow are happy to consider additional locations.

One group of donors for the program recently were

Instead of holding a Secret Santa at their Christmas Party the members of this group decided to give something to

the youth of our region.

They recently dropped off supplies for the boxes to November for distribution across Port Stephens.

You can get involved by donating items and joining

the Facebook page.

Organisations seeking a Scribbles & Rainbow installation for youth should email novembersheehan@ gmail.com.

q Kayleen Gibson Turner and Jacie Whitfield with Scribbles & Rainbow founder November Sheehan.

q Scribbles & Rainbow boxes ready for donations.

the Tomaree Aquatic Centre Exercisers.

Medowie Christmas Carnival

By Marian SAMPSON

SLEIGH bells will be ringing and people singing as the community gets into the Christmas spirit at the Medowie Christmas Carnival.

Brought to you by the Medowie Williamtown Rotary Club, the Medowie Christmas Carnival is a beloved community tradition.

On Saturday December 10 at Ferodale Sports Complex, Ferodale Road, Medowie from 3-8 pm, the Carnival will present an emporium of carefully curated artisan stalls, international street food vendors, rides and amusements, Santa, showbags, sponsor stalls and giveaways.

The Carnival also offers a great opportunity for last minute Christmas shopping.

Performances by Medowie Christian School and Wirreanda School will be showcased on the main stage, as well as performances by local dance studios.

A variety of local community groups will present stalls and offer demonstrations, while there will be displays from the RAAF and Army.

Megan Spiller from The Studio will delight the crowd with her vocal performance.

Entry to Medowie Christmas Carnival is free courtesy of majors sponsor Curtis and Blair and The Media Park.

The event is being pulled together by a small team for the benefit of the local community.

Organiser Katrina

Becker told News Of The Area, “Medowie Christmas Carnival’s foundation has been built on the strength of community engagement and the dedication of volunteers who have pooled their experience and professional skills to deliver an event worthy of our audience.

“A not-for-profit event on this scale helps build trust and community outreach, connects people and resources, develops new leaders and creates opportunities for cooperative learning experiences.”

Medowie Christmas Carnival is community funded

with businesses, community groups and individuals investing in the families who live, work and play in our community via sponsorship, fundraising, stallholder fees, and community donations.

“We encourage families and their friends to bring a picnic blanket, relax and

enjoy live entertainment and immerse themselves in the festive community spirit as we celebrate the countdown to Christmas!”

The military will be doing a display RAAF with the dog unit and there will be Royal Australian Air Force and Australian Army static displays for visitors to explore.

GIVEAWAY

News Of The Area is proud to partner with Medowie Christmas Carnival to give our readers the opportunity to win one of ten Unlimited Ride Bands valued at $25 each.

To be in the running to win one of these bands please email the code word 'CHRISTMAS' through to media@ newsofthearea.com.au

Also remember to include your name, suburb and phone number.

Winners will be notified on Friday 9 December 2022.

q Last time the Christmas Carnival went ahead Medowie was under threat from bushfires but even the smoke didn’t deter locals from having a great time.

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Anna Bay Tavern

Anna Bay Bakery

BYO Cellars Anna Bay

Anna Bay Surf & Skate

Ingenia Hol Park

Middle Rock Retirement Village

Anna Bay Village

Seawinds Village

Nelson Bay Bowling Club

Nelson Bay Golf Club

Woolworths Nelson Bay

Nelson BayNewsagent

Coles Express Servo Nelson Bay

Essence Cafe

Dolphin Watch Cafe

West Diggers

Harbourside Haven

Bernie Thompson Village

Shoal Bay Pharmacy

IGA Shoal Bay

John Patterson

Bill King Aged Care

Friendly Grocer Fingal Bay

Regis Aged Care

Corlette Store

Uniting Care

Homestead Village

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Big4 Soldiers Point

Soldiers Point Bowling Club

Foodworks Salamander Bay

Wanda Bch Pharmacy

Mobil Salamander Bay

Caltex Salamander Bay

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Horizons Golf Club

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Seaham General Store

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Red Eye Café Raymond Terrace

Angiez Takeaway Raymond Terrace

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Raymond Terrace Shell

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R&R Property

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Muree Golf Club

Saxby's Baker Salt Ash

Tanilba Bay Nursing Home

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Pacific Dunes Golf Club

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On theCouch

Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au

DEAR Jasminda,

I've recently had the flu and so my husband has been sleeping in the office.

The thing is, I've been sleeping better than I have in years.

There is no one pulling the covers off me.

I don't get cold. I can't hear his snoring.

How should I approach speaking to him about keeping this arrangement?

Miriam L

A big November for Fingal Bay Probus Club

By Marian SAMPSON

NOVEMBER was a month of big events for the members of the Fingal Bay Probus Club.

Julia Redlich told News Of The Area, “One absolute highlight was a visit from Port Stephens Council member Leah Anderson who patiently listened to all the queries we had, not only regarding Fingal Bay but what affects the area as a whole.

“What we really appreciated was her commitment to find answers for our questions.

“Cr Anderson proved to be a friendly and much appreciated speaker, enjoying morning coffee with us as well as drawing winning monthly raffle tickets.”

During November the usual monthly meetings took place, which headed indoors when rain clouded earlier plans for a morning walk.

The obvious alternative was coffee at Zenith in Shoal Bay.

Dear Miriam,

I know of many couples who no longer share a bed and they seem to be thriving for reasons very similar to the ones you've outlined.

Some have gone a step further and moved into separate residences, rekindling the romance in their relationship by inviting each other over for meals.

Poor sleep can have an impact on many things including your attention span, your mood, your decision-making ability, and your overall health.

Perhaps your husband's quality of sleep has also improved.

If you are worried about losing your romantic attachment to each other, remind yourself that there is very little romance in wanting to throttle your partner because he snores like a freight train. Perhaps you could have sleepovers or sneak into each other's rooms to keep things exciting. You'll probably have a lot more energy if you are both sleeping soundly.

The regular wine appreciation afternoon was enjoyed at the club’s substitute allweather venue, the CWA hall in Nelson Bay.

The Fingal Bay Probus Club meets at 9.30am on the second Monday of each month at the Fingal Bay Sports Club, 100 Rocky Point Road, Fingal Bay.

New members and visitors are welcome to learn about Probus and activities such as barbecues, movies, day trips, morning teas and walks for pleasure.

For more information, phone Rosamund on 0419 119 216.

Medowie Probus Club to celebrate Christmas in style

By Marian SAMPSON

EXCITEMENT is building for the members of the Medowie Combined Probus Club as the members of this fun group are getting ready to celebrate Christmas in style!

The Medowie Combined Probus Club has booked their three-course Christmas lunch at the Cookabarra Restaurant at Bobs Farm.

Kevin Tomlinson, Publicity Officer of the Combined Probus Club of Medowie told News Of The Area, “It will be an enjoyable day with fun, fellowship and friendship before the Christmas season.”

Spinners and Weavers

At the November meeting of the Probus Club, two ladies from the Newcastle Spinners and Weavers Guild attended as guest speakers.

“They showed the various spinning wheels and pointed out that spinning and weaving is probably the oldest activity in the

world,” Kevin said.

“Mankind needed fabrics way back and when the Vikings were sailing around the world they needed sails and ropes.

“They showed and

explained how yarn can be spun from everything, including raw material including milk, bamboo, and other materials.

“The meeting was the last for this year and we are

looking forward to 2023 with eager anticipation, with a number of activities in the pipeline.”

The Combined Probus Club of Medowie meets at 10.00 am on the third Wednesday of the month at the Medowie Community Centre and all are welcome.

The Medowie Combined Probus Club is intended for retired and semi-retired members of the community.

If you would like more details contact medowieprobus@gmail.com.

“The next meeting will be on Wednesday, 18 January 2023 and we wish all our members who may not be able to attend our Christmas lunch a merry and joyous Christmas and a Happy New Year,” Kevin said.

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Carpe diem, Jasminda.

q Geraldine Jeffery, Norman and Rosamund Martin and Trevor Gray. Photo: Lynn Moffitt.

q Eric Platzer, Rosamund Martin, Edith Sneyd,Trish McClung, Julia Redlich, Norman Martin, Rex Sneyd, Maureen Platzer, and Lynn Moffitt. Photo: Lynn Moffitt.

q Samples of fibres ready for spinning were on display at a recent Probus Club meeting.

READING by Lynne Miles: Isaiah 9: 6 & 7a "For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulders; and His Name will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, the Everlasting Father and the Prince of Peace. And of His government there will be no end."

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Ladies Christmas Day At Nelson Bay Golf Club

By Marian SAMPSON

NELSON Bay Golf Club’s ladies took to the greens for a celebration of the Christmas season and nine holes of

fabulously fun golf.

The event was followed by lunch at Blue Water Grill.

Jeannie Punshon of the Nelson Bay Golf Club told News Of The Area, “The ladies played

in their Christmas outfits using three clubs and a putter.

“Deciding on the winner of best dressed was very difficult as they all looked incredible, but the winning prize was given

Vissla NSW Pro Surfing Back In Port

By Marian SAMPSON

PORT Stephens has become an iconic destination on the Surfing NSW event calendar over the past few years and 2023 will be no exception.

The Surfers Rescue Port Stephens Pro QS1000 is back from Monday 27 February to Wednesday 1 March 2023.

Each year the Surfers Rescue 24/7 Port Stephens Pro competition shifts between One Mile Beach and Birubi Beach.

The actual location is dependant on the swell each day.

With the east-facing beaches of the area continuing to produce incredible conditions for the athletes to showcase their focused strategies and fierce talent.

The Vissla NSW Pro Surf Series will return to the NSW coastline in 2023 with four elite World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series (QS) events throughout February and March of 2023.

The Surfers Rescue Port Stephens Pro is a part of the Vissla series.

Great Lakes, Port Stephens, Avoca Beach and Maroubra are the secured locations for the series, which will offer the athletes and local communities the opportunity to enjoy some of the most iconic destinations in New South Wales once again.

Surfing NSW, Destination NSW, Vissla, World Surf League, MidCoast Council, Port Stephens Council, Randwick Council and Central Coast Council have joined forces to deliver the series.

Spectators will have the opportunity to experience the high energy that pulsates throughout the beach.

NSW Minister for Tourism Ben Franklin expressed his excitement for the return of the 2023 Vissla Pro Surf Series.

“NSW is the number one surfing destination in Australia and we are incredibly blessed to have some of the most spectacular coastlines in the world to host world-class surfing events like the NSW Pro Surf Series,” Franklin said.

“The NSW Government is proud to partner with Surfing NSW on this event, which brings recreational tourism

and economic benefits to our coastal communities by providing surfers and fans with an opportunity to experience the variety of surf breaks and unique surfing cultures that NSW has to offer.”

Surfing NSW CEO Luke Madden said, “This will be the eighth consecutive year running for the NSW Pro Surf Series and since its conception in 2016 it has become a key asset to our pathways and community that we want to continue to invest in and build on.

“We consider ourselves incredibly grateful that this series was able to run through Covid but now that we are coming out the other side, we anticipate that 2023 is going to be bigger and better than ever.”

The Vissla NSW Pro Surf Series was developed for Australian surfers to gain ranking points and prize money in the WSL Qualifying Series.

The series also creates a NSW coastal road trip for all to explore the variety of waves, visit local communities and enjoy NSW surfing culture.

to Mary and her Three Wise Men.”

Members of the golf club conducted a Christmas raffle on the day and funds raised from a raffle went to the Nelson Bay

Cancer Patient Transport Group.

Instead of giving gifts to each other at the event, the ladies all generously donated gifts for children, which were delivered to the Salvation Army at Taylors Beach for distribution.

The Nelson Bay Golf Course is a 27 hole course offering three different nine hole challenges for players.

Kangaroos and even the occasional koala are often spotted on the course during play.

Port Stephens Little Athletics Club Compete At Zone Championships

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Port Stephens Little Athletics Club recently competed at the Port Hunter Zone Athletics Championships along with other clubs across the region.

The junior competitors have plenty to smile about after the major meet where they came out third placed overall in the handicaped rankings.

Club secretary Michelle Chan told News Of The Area, “We are very proud of our placing third over

all (handicapped) in the championships to Adamstown (second) and Raymond Terrace (first) clubs.”

At the event the Port Stephens Athletics Club members achieved multiple personal best records.

Three gold medals were won by Malia F in the Under 7’s.

Aileesha Oudshoorn set a new Under 14 Girls 80m hurdles record (14.04), running 13.67.

Elara Barnes set a new Under 11 Girls 100m record

(14.36) by running 14.2.

Beau Gardiner smashed the Under 11 Boys 80m hurdles (18.77) by running 16.82.

The Port Stephens Club’s Junior girls team of Elara Barnes, Brynne Dagwell, Emilia Mooney and Josie Waide also won the 4 x 100m relay with a fantastic run.

Nineteen of the club’s junior athletes from Under 8’s to Under 15’s qualified to compete at the Regional Championships in February 2023.

Social Golf Club results

Tilligerry Social Golf Club results for 2/12/22

Outright winner:

Peter Hill 38

Runner up: Kim Miller 37

Bonus points winner:

Peter Couvaras 38 c/b

Runner up: Colin Marsden 38

Ball winners: Mark Skidmore 36 Kel Dorney. 35

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Adam Cowie. 35

Bryan Porter. 35

Bill McMaster. 35

Matt Baldwin. 34

Hugh Potts. 34

John Clayton. 33

Ed Martin. 33

Bradman Award: Ron McKay D&C4th.

A. Ron McKay.

B. Grahame Glover. D&C7th.

A. Bryan Porter.

B. Grahame Glover NTP18th.

A. Matt Baldwin.

B. Ed Martin

Lucky number. 23.

Peter Hill

No ladies 9 hole competition. There were 20 starters. Congratulations to all the winners.

Next game 9/12/22 Single Stableford.

q The women that took to the field for Nelson Bay Golf Club’s Christmas Ladies Day celebrations supported local charities with just three clubs and a putter each.

q Mary and the three wise men took out the best dressed category.

q Most of the team that competed at the Championships.

q Port Stephens based Eden Hasson competing in a Surfing NSW event. Photo: courtesy of Surfing NSW.

This spacious brick and tile home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and is perfectly set on 685sqm on the popular Kindlebark Drive within the ever-growing suburb of Medowie.

The open plan kitchen, living and dining is tiled throughout, the kitchen has ample cupboard space, electric stove, oven, and rangehood, plenty of space to cook up some delicious meals! There is also a second living

area which is carpeted at the front of the home.

The 4 bedrooms are all generous in size and feature carpet and mirrored built-in robes with the master bedroom consisting of a walk-in robe and ensuite with shower, toilet, and vanity.

The master is located at the front of the

home and is separated from the remaining three bedrooms.

The centrally located bathroom for the three bedrooms features a shower, bath, and vanity with a separate toilet.

The house has a newly

installed, 8kw ducted airconditioning system and is separated into four zones.

Externally, the open plan living area opens out to the undercover entertaining area which overlooks the established gardens and backyard and garden shed.

The double garage allows for drive through access to the rear of the property as well as there being double side access beside the home for caravan or boat storage!

The home is fully fenced, has a lovely, and private, street appeal, is on electric hot water, town services and has a security system installed.

Did I mention the property

is vacant?

That means it’s ready for you to take over or move into and start your next chapter or investment journey!

Location is another box to tick off, with it located only a two minute drive or a fifteen minute walk to Medowie’s shops, three minute drive to Wirreanda Public School and five minutes to the new Catherine McAuley Catholic College.

If you have any questions about this great property, or if you would like to arrange an inspection, please get in contact with Emily Abela on 0476 551 276.

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Proposed Road Disposal Section 152D Roads Act 1993

In accordance with section 152D of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given of the proposed sale of the Crown public roads listed in Schedule 1. If a sale proceeds, the road(s) will cease to be a public road upon transfer of the road to freehold land in accordance with section 152H of the Act.

Schedule 1: • Crown road in Buladelah, east of Markwell road and west of Myall River. (File Ref: 22/06945, Cluster: 637564)

All interested persons are hereby invited to make submissions concerning the proposal to Department of Planning and Environment – Crown Lands, PO Box 2215, DANGAR NSW 2309 within twenty-eight (28) days of the date of this advertisement.

Any person is entitled to make submissions with respect to the sale or disposal of the road. Please note that submissions may be referred to third parties (such as council or the applicant) for consideration in accordance with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009

For the Manager, Business Centre Newcastle

For further enquiries please visit the website roads.crownland.nsw.gov.au or contact Traci Ostler by email at traci.ostler@crownland.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 4920 5139 quoting file references above.

Heritage Now, on behalf of Hunter Quarries Pty Ltd, is requesting the names of Aboriginal people who hold cultural knowledge relevant to determining the significance of Aboriginal cultural heritage for the proposed Karuah Red Quarry project, Andersite Road, Karuah in MidCoast LGA. The proposed development is for establishment and operation of a hard rock quarry. Applicant contact details are: Hunter Quarries Pty Ltd, Mr Joel Fleming, Safety, Environment & Development Manager, Blue Rock Close, Karuah NSW 2324. The purpose of community consultation with Aboriginal people is to assist the applicant in the preparation of an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) application, if required, and to assist the Department of Premier and Cabinet Secretary (or a delegate under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974) in his or her consideration and determination of the application.

In accordance with the Aboriginal cultural heritage consultation requirements for proponents 2010, please send your registration to Ngaire Richards (1/48 Kalaroo Road, Redhead NSW 2290, hello@heritagenow. com.au) by 22/12/2022. Please be advised that your details will be forwarded to Heritage NSW and the Local Aboriginal Land Council, unless you inform us that you do not want your details released.

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What: Farmer’s Market Raymond Terrace

Where: The Rectory, Raymond Terrace

When: Thursday 8th December 2022 Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm

What: Kooindah Centre’s Christmas Night Markets

Where: 61 President Wilson Walk, Tanilba Bay

When: Thursday 8th December 2022 Time: 4pm - 8:30pm

What: Terrace Central Christmas Community Day

Where: Carpark cnr Sturgeon & Glenelg St, Raymond Terrace

When: Saturday 10th December 2022 Time: 10am - 2pm

What: It’s On! Santa Visit and Elf on Stilts, Nelson Bay

Where: Stockton Street, Nelson Bay

When: Saturday 10th December 2022 Time: 10am - 12pm

What: Fingal Christmas Market

Where: 5 Marine Drive, Fingal Bay

When: Saturday 10th December 2022 Time: 4pm - 8pm

What: It’s On! Tastes Like Summer Raymond Terrace

Where: Riverside Park, Raymond Terrace

When: Friday 16th December 2022 Time: 4pm - 8pm

FRIDAY

CHRISTMAS WITH

WOMEN’S WEEKLY

TEN, 7.30pm

AUSTRALIAN

The incoming host of The Project, Sarah Harris (above left), along with Santa’s team of elves at the Australian Women’s Weekly are here with some famous friends and a selection of handy tips for getting through the silly season unscathed. While Jessica Rowe gets creative with crafty Christmas decorations and eyecatching wrapping ideas, chefs Lyndey Milan and Warren Mendes share their most delicious recipes for your festive functions.

SATURDAY CHRISTMAS WITH DELTA

NBN, 7.30pm

Delta Goodrem has reason to celebrate this Christmas – next year will mark the 20th anniversary of her record-breaking debut album Eyes; she’s loved up with her long-time boyfriend Matthew Copley; and she’s set to perform at a special event in the Maldives in May. But before she turns her focus to 2023, the Born to Try singer gets into the festive spirit with this cheerful special. Among the stars joining Goodrem to sing some Christmas classics are Hanson, Thelma Plum, The Lumineers, Conrad Sewell, Sam Fischer and Gwen Stefani.

Goodrem also pays a heartfelt tribute to her mentor and friend, the late, great Olivia NewtonJohn.

ABC News.

Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis meets an inspiring young reveg expert. Josh Byrne propagates woody herbs.

8.30 Vera. (Mdv, R) DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the case of a teenage boy found dead in a boatyard.

10.00 Troppo. (Malv, R) The investiga tion heads down a dark path.

11.00 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events.

11.20 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (R) 12.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Continuous music programming.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Engineering Reborn. (PG)

8.30 Inside Central Station: Woman Faints Into Train. (PGa, R)

9.30 Autun: Rome’s Forgotten Sister.

10.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls, R)

11.20 Hold Up.

11.30 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R)

1.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter final. Match 53 Winner v Match 54 Winner.

4.30 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R)

5.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter Final. Netherlands v Argentina.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 2. Late afternoon session. From Adelaide Oval.

7.40 Test Cricket: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day of play so far in the Second Test between Australia and the West Indies. 8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 2. Evening session. From Adelaide Oval.

10.30 MOVIE: Hitch. (2005, Mls, R) A selfstyled New York “date doctor” forgets all his tricks after he falls for a sassy journalist. Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kevin James. 1.00 Home Shopping.

TUESDAY MINISERIES: CROSSFIRE

TEN, 8.30pm

Prepare to be emotionally pummelled by this gripping threepart British drama. Airing over three consecutive nights, you might find the gut-wrenching scenario interrupting any idyllic dreams of a carefree holiday. Starring Keeley Hawes (The Bodyguard), who also co-produced, it’s not based on a true story, but has the ingredients of being ripped from multiple headlines. In tonight’s premiere, ex-cop Jo’s (Hawes) sun, pool and cocktail-filled family and friends holiday is devastated when gunmen attack the luxurious Spanish hotel they are staying at. Suddenly, the mother-ofthree transforms into a rifle-toting heroine in a transfixing, gripping turn.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Keeping It Real. (PG)

8.30 MOVIE: Fred Claus. (2007, PGalv, R) Santa Claus’s cranky older brother comes to stay with him at the North Pole. Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti.

10.50 MOVIE: Four Holidays. (2008, Ms, R) 12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events. 7.30 Christmas With Australian Women’s Weekly. Hosted by Sarah Harris. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ms, R) Graham Norton chats with George Takai, Jamie Oliver and Claudia Winkleman.

10.30 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+s, R) 11.00 Just For Laughs Uncut. (MA15+ls, R) 11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

6.25 The ABC Of: Wil Anderson. (PG, R) Hosted by David Wenham.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) Martin and Louisa head to London.

8.20 Shetland. (Malv) As Creggan seeks revenge, Perez tries to piece together the events of the previous night.

9.20 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R)

A real estate agent is murdered in front of a crowd at the unveiling of a new doll’s house collection.

10.50 MOVIE: Judy. (2019, Ml, R) Renée Zellweger.

12.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Soccer. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. 2022

FIFA World Cup. Quarter final. Match 53

Winner v Match 54 Winner. Replay. 11.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter Final.

Netherlands v Argentina. Replay. 2.30 Soccer.

2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter final. Match 53

Winner v Match 54 Winner. Replay. 5.30 FIFA World Cup 2022 Daily World Cup Show.

6.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview Show.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Palin: Travels Of A Lifetime. (PGal, R)

8.30 Kensington Palace: Behind Closed Doors. (PG, R)

9.25 Thatcher & Reagan. (PGav, R)

10.25 Letters And Numbers. (M, R) 11.25 How Football Saved My Life: Abraham. (R) 11.30

FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R) 1.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter final. Match 55 Winner v Match 56 Winner. 4.30 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R) 5.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter Final. England v France.

6am

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 1.00 Dog Patrol. (PG, R) 1.30 Surveillance Oz Dashcam. (PG, R) 2.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 3. Afternoon session. 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.40 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 3. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 3. Late afternoon session. From Adelaide Oval.

7.40 Test Cricket: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day of play so far in the Second Test between Australia and the West Indies.

8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 3. Evening session. From Adelaide Oval.

10.30 MOVIE: There’s Something About Mary. (1998, MA15+ls, R) A man hires a private detective to search for the girl he was infatuated with during his high-school years. Cameron Diaz, Ben Stiller. 1.00 Home Shopping.

6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Travel And Eat With Dan & Steph. 10.30 Weekender. 11.00 Australia’s Big Backyards. Noon Horse Racing. The Ingham Day, Gateway Raceday and Ladbrokes Park Race Day. 6.00 Border Security: International. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. 10.30 Penelope Keith’s Hidden Villages. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Christmas With Delta. A Christmas concert with Delta Goodrem. 9.00 MOVIE: Love Actually. (2003, Mlns, R) Explores a series of interlocking vignettes. Hugh Grant, Alan Rickman. 11.45 MOVIE: The Love Guru. (2008, Mdls, R) 1.20 Cross Court. (R) 1.45 Talking Honey. (PG) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 TV Shop. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Gideon’s Way. 11.10 Explore. 11.15 MOVIE: Twice Round The Daffodils. (1962, PG) 1.10pm MOVIE: Please Turn Over. (1959, PG) 3.00 MOVIE: My Brother Jonathan. (1948) 5.15 MOVIE: Curse Of The Pink Panther. (1983, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Spy Who Loved Me. (1977, M) 10.05 MOVIE: The Bourne Ultimatum. (2007, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGd, R) 6.30 Hungry. Presented by George Calombaris and Sarah Todd. 7.00 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. 7.30 Blue Bloods. (Mv) Frank and Mayor Chase butt heads.

8.30 CSI: Vegas. (Mv) Catherine’s frustration intensifies when a lead suspect in Grace’s disappearance is found murdered. 9.30 NCIS. (Mav, R) An unknown shooter causes chaos.

10.30 My Life Is Murder. (Mas, R) 11.30 FBI. (PGv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Authentic. (PG)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

6am Shopping. 9.00 Healthy Homes Aust. 9.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. 10.00 4x4 Adventures. 11.00 All 4 Adventure. Noon The Love Boat. 1.00 ST: Next Gen. 2.00 A-League All Access. 2.30 Roads Less Travelled. 3.00 MacGyver. 5.00 Reel Action. 5.30 I Fish. 6.00 Scorpion. 7.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 7. Sydney FC v Melbourne City. 10.15 MacGyver. 11.10 Late Programs.

6am The Movie Show. 6.35 Creation. (2009) 8.30 Tenderness. (2013, PG, French)

Under:

6am Children’s Programs. 1.40pm The Coolangatta Gold 2022. 2.40 Inside Phuket Airport. 4.40 About A Boy. 5.10 MOVIE: The Boss Baby. (2017) 7.00 MOVIE: Shrek 2. (2004, PG) 9.00 MOVIE: The Mummy Returns. (2001, M) 11.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 12.30am Manifest. 2.20 Mike Tyson Mysteries. 2.30 Transformers Bumblebee: Cyberverse Adventures. 3.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Soccer. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. 2022

FIFA World Cup. Quarter final. Match 55

Winner v Match 56 Winner. Replay. 11.30

Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter Final. England v France. Replay. 2.30 Soccer. 2022

FIFA World Cup. Quarter final. Match 55

Winner v Match 56 Winner. Replay. 5.30 FIFA World Cup 2022 Daily World Cup Show.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Surveillance Oz Dashcam. 2.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. Second Test. Aust v West Indies. Afternoon session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage). 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.40 Cricket. Second Test. Aust v West Indies. Late afternoon session.

6.30 The ABC Of: Garry McDonald. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R)

A young woman is murdered.

8.30 MOVIE: The Post. (2017, Ml)

The publisher of TheWashington Post and its driven editor race to expose a government cover-up. Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks.

10.25 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mav, R)

11.25 Mystery Road: Origin. (Ml, R)

12.20 The Heights. (PG, R)

2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 Classic Countdown. (PG, R)

5.00 Think Tank. (R)

6.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview Show.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Peter O’Toole: Along Sky Roads To Aqaba.

9.10 Franklin.

10.50 The Real Peaky Blinders. (PGav, R)

11.50 I Am JFK Jr. (Ml, R)

1.30 Michael Mosley: Trust Me, I’m A Doctor. (PGa, R) 3.30 The Restaurant That Burns Off Calories. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6am

Salutes. 9.30 QAnon: The Search For Q. 10.30 Cryptoland. 11.30 Late Programs.

The

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 4. Late afternoon session. From Adelaide Oval.

7.40 Test Cricket: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day of play so far in the Second Test between Australia and the West Indies. 8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 4. Evening session. From Adelaide Oval.

10.30 MOVIE: Red Sparrow. (2018, MA15+alsv, R) A ballerina becomes a spy. Jennifer Lawrence.

1.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 DVine Living. 2.30 A Foodies Guide To Kyushu Japan. 3.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Our Town. 4.00 Penelope Keith’s Hidden Villages. 5.00 Escape To The Perfect Town. 6.00 Air Crash Investigation: Special Report. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 Heathrow. 9.30 Air Crash Investigation. 11.30 Late Programs.

Of

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Skippy. 11.00 MOVIE: Mandy. (1952, PG)

1pm MOVIE: Saturday Island. (1952, PG) 3.00

MOVIE: Irma La Douce. (1963, PG) 6.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 MOVIE: Moonraker. (1979, PG) 9.30

MOVIE: The

Element. (1997, PG) 8.50

6am Children’s Programs. 2pm Filthy House SOS. (Premiere) 3.00 Full Bloom. (Return) 4.00 Dance Moms. 5.00 MOVIE: Megamind. (2010, PG) 7.00 MOVIE: Dr Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas. (2000) 9.05 MOVIE: The Fate Of The Furious. (2017, M) 11.45 Duncanville. 12.15am Filthy House SOS. 1.15 Full Bloom. 2.15 I’ve Got A Text With Josh And Flex! 2.50 Late Programs.

(PGan,

(R) 2.00 Christmas With Australian Women’s Weekly. (R) 3.00 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. (R) 3.30 Well Traveller. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGl) 5.00 News.

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. Olly Murs performs.

8.30 Tulsa King. (Premiere, Mdlv) After being blindsided by the news that his mob family has nothing left for him in New York, a man is sent to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

9.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv) The NCIS team recruits a familiar face to help lead them to a ruthless international killer. 10.30 FBI. (Mv, R) Five prominent men are killed playing poker.

12.30 The Sunday Project. (R) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 4x4 Adventures. 10.00 Reel Action. 11.00 Healthy Homes Aust. 11.30 Roads Less Travelled. Noon Truck Hunters. 12.30 Scorpion. 1.30 Pooches At Play. 2.00 Destination Dessert. 2.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 7. Central Coast Mariners v Newcastle Jets. 5.30 Reel Action. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. 6.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 48 Hours. 11.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm Extreme Africa. 1.00 From The Heart Of Our Nation: The Sunset Concert. 3.00 Going Places. 4.00 The Case Of The Three Sided Dream. 5.30 Power To The People. 6.00 Pacific Island Food Revolution. 6.50 News. 7.00 On Country Kitchen. 7.30 Call Of The Baby Beluga. 8.30 MOVIE: Arizona Dream. (1992, M) 10.55 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Rugby Union. Ella 7s. Replay. 1.25 Away From Country. 2.25 The South Sydney Story. 2.55 Feeding The Scrum. 3.20 Football. NTFL. Women’s. Under-18s. 4.35 Football. NTFL. Men’s. Under-18s. 5.50 Spirit Talker. 6.20 News. 6.30 Wild West. 7.30 Greatest Hits Of The 70s. 8.30 Kutcha’s Koorioke. 8.40 Charley Pride: I’m Just Me. 10.00 Westwind: Djalu’s Legacy. 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. (R) 8.35 Media Watch. (Final, PG) 8.50 Harley & Katya. (Ml) 10.20 Walkabout Wickets. (Ml, R) 11.05 ABC Late News. 11.20 Still We Rise. (R)

12.20 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill. (Final, PG, R)

1.10 Operation Buffalo. (Malv, R)

2.05 Total Control. (Mln, R)

2.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

Me (UK) (Ma) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. (PGa, R) 3.00 Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 4.50 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (PG) 5.30 FIFA World Cup Extra 2022.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 From The Heart Of Our Nation: A Celebration. Music concert from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, NT, featuring some of Australia’s best Indigenous artists.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Reunions. (PGal, R) A man inherits a hotel on Reunion.

11.55 Medici: The Magnificent Part II. (MA15+v, R)

4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2pm Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. Second Test. Aust v West Indies. Afternoon session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage). 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.40 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 5. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 5. Late afternoon session.

7.40 Test Cricket: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day of play so far in the Second Test between Australia and the West Indies.

8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 5. Evening session.

10.30 MOVIE: Pacific Rim. (2013, Mv, R) In the near future, Earth is attacked by monstrous creatures which appear mysteriously from the ocean. Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi.

1.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Snackmasters. (PG) 8.45 Inside The Superbrands. 9.45 Australian Crime Stories. (Ma, R)

10.45 Nine News Late.

11.15 The Equalizer. (Mav, R) 12.05 Almost Family. (Mas) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) Lifeguards try to enforce social distancing.

8.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+v) After trying to help a young girl in peril at a rest stop, Hana is kidnapped on the way to her sister’s house in Connecticut. Remy and the team desperately pull out all the stops to find her.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

SKY NEWS (53)

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (R)

8.30 Love On The Spectrum. (PG, R)

9.30 Fake Or Fortune? A Venetian View. (R) Part 4 of 4.

10.30 Summer Love. (Mdls, R) 11.05 ABC Late News.

11.20 Harley & Katya. (Ml, R)

12.50 Media Watch. (PG, R)

1.05 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R)

1.50 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)

2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.25 The Drum. (R)

5.25 7.30. (R)

SKY NEWS (53)

Morgan Uncensored. 11.30 Late Programs.

6am WorldWatch.

6.50 The 77 Percent. 7.20 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon In Search Of... 2.30 Bizarre Foods. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.05 Shortland St. 5.35 Joy Of Painting. 6.05 Jeopardy! 6.30 FIFA World Cup Extra 2022. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 Hypothetical. 10.20 Spiralling. 11.20 I Am Richard Pryor. 1am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Shopping. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. Noon Emmerdale. 12.30 Coronation Street. 1.00 Sons And Daughters. 3.00 Weekender. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.30 Medical Emergency. 5.00 Animal Rescue. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Late Programs.

6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Bondi Vet. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: Piccadilly Incident. (1946) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 MOVIE: For Your Eyes Only. (1981, M) 11.20 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Pooches At Play. 8.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. 9.00 iFish. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 11.00 MacGyver. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 2.00 Bull. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 The Love Boat. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 The Code. 11.15 MacGyver. 12.15am Shopping. 2.15 Late Programs.

PG, Mandarin) 10.50 Dying To Survive.

(2014,

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Wheelburn. 2.00 Motor Racing. AMRS. H’lights. 3.00 Seven’s Motorsport Classic. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Support 4.30 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.30 American Restoration. 6.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 5. Late afternoon session. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 American Pickers. 8.30 MOVIE: X-Men: The Last Stand. (2006, M) 10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (R) 9.30 Little Heroes. 10.30 Employable Me (UK) (Ma) 11.40 The City Of Art. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. (Ma, R) 3.00 Railway Vietnam. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 4.50 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (PG) 5.30 FIFA World Cup Extra 2022.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Malcolm Turnbull. (PGa, R) Malcolm Turnbull explores his roots.

8.30 Navalny. An investigation into the 2020 assassination attempt against Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Cheyenne & Lola. (Premiere, Mlsv)

11.55 Unit One. (Malsv, R)

4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Semifinal. Match 57 Winner v Match 58 Winner.

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Star-Crossed Christmas. (2017, G, R) 2.00 Gold Coast Medical. (PGa, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 1. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Stars. From Manuka Oval, Canberra. 11.00 The Spin. Lisa Sthalekar, Brad Hodge and Jason Richardson take a look into the world of cricket.

11.30 Chicago Fire. (Ma, R) A family friend asks Herrmann for some advice on opening a bar. Kidd struggles to keep her team together.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

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6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon In Search Of... 2.30 VICE Investigates. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.05 Shortland St. 5.35 Joy Of Painting. 6.05 Jeopardy! 6.30 FIFA World Cup Extra 2022. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland. 9.30 Forbidden History. (Final) 10.25 Valley Of The Boom. 11.20 Naked. 11.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Emmerdale. 12.30 Coronation Street. 1.00 Sons And Daughters. 3.00 Travel And Eat With Dan & Steph. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 A Foodies Guide To Kyushu Japan. 4.30 Medical Emergency. 5.00 Animal Rescue. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Miniseries: Bancroft. 10.45 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Aussie Lobster Men. 1.00 Pawn Stars Sth Africa. 1.30 Pawn Stars UK. 2.00 Scrap Kings. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 No Man’s Land. 4.30 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.30 American Restoration. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Motorway Patrol. 8.00 Beach Cops. 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 9.30 Outback Truckers. 10.30 Train Truckers. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 9GO! (83) 6am Mon Oncle. Continued. (1958, French) 7.10 Late Bloomers. (2011, PG) 8.45 Coming Home.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Swimming. 16th FINA World Championships (25m). Day 1. Finals. 10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 Skin A&E. (Mm) Dr Adil Sheraz operates on a 28-year-old.

12.00 Bluff City Law. (Ma, R) Emerson plans a Thanksgiving surprise. 1.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 Little J And Big Cuz. 3.40 Red Dirt Riders. 3.55 Future Dreaming. 4.00 Grace Beside Me. 4.30 Thalu. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 APTN National News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.20 News. 6.30 The Beaver Whisperers. 7.30 From The Heart Of Our Nation: A Celebration. 10.30 Going Places. 11.30 Late Programs.

(PGa, R) 1.00 Jamie’s Easy Meals At Christmas. (R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 GCBC. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Freshly Picked. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. (R) 5.00 News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A head-on collision leaves a driver trapped. 8.30 Miniseries: Crossfire. (MA15+v) Part 1 of 3. A woman’s world shatters when gunmen attack the Spanish hotel where she is holidaying.

9.30 NCIS. (Mv, R) NCIS investigates a ring of teenage partygoers who are believed to be responsible for a string of break-ins. 10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) 11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Pooches At Play. 8.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. 9.00 iFish. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.00 MacGyver. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 2.00 Bull. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 The Love Boat. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Bull. 10.20 Miniseries: Crossfire. 11.15 48 Hours. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 The Code. 3.10 ST: Next Gen. 4.05 MacGyver.

Noon Inside Phuket Airport. 1.00 The Bionic Woman. 2.00 Full House. 3.00 The Nanny. 3.30 3rd Rock. 4.00 That ’70s Show. 4.30 Raymond. 5.30 The Nanny. 6.00 3rd Rock. 6.30 That ’70s Show. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Botched. 8.30 Love Island Australia. 9.40 MOVIE: 22 Jump Street. (2014, MA15+) 11.55 Young Sheldon. 12.20am Satisfaction. 1.10 Late Programs.

WEDNESDAY, December 14

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 The Great Acceleration. (PG, R) 11.05 Australia Remastered. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Media Watch. (Final, PG, R) 1.15 Walkabout Wickets. (Ml, R) 2.00 Call The Midwife. (Ma, R) 3.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R)

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30

Our

6.00 Soccer. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. 2022

FIFA World Cup. Semi-final. Match 57 Winner v Match 58 Winner. Replay. 11.30 Soccer. 2022

FIFA World Cup. Quarter Final. Netherlands v Argentina. Replay. 2.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Semi-final. Match 57 Winner v Match 58 Winner. Replay. 5.30 FIFA World Cup 2022 Daily World Cup Show.

6.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview Show.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Toys That Built The World. (PG)

8.25 The Airport: Back In The Skies.

9.20 Tokyo Vice.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Dignity. (Ma)

11.55 The Night Manager. (Masv, R)

12.45 Romulus. (MA15+v, R)

1.45 MOVIE: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. (2000, Masv, R) 4.00 Going Places. (PG, R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Semi-final. Match 59 Winner v Match 60 Winner.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Christmas Coincidence. (2018, G, R)

2.00 Gold Coast Medical. (PGaln, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 2. Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Sixers. From Adelaide Oval, South Australia.

11.00 The Amazing Race. (PGl) Teams of two embark continue their race around the world in order to win the $1 million prize. Hosted by Phil Keoghan. 12.00 MOVIE: Alien Abduction. (1998, Mlv, R) An average American family is stalked by aliens in the middle of a Thanksgiving dinner. Benz Antoine, Kristian Ayre, Emmanuelle Chriqui.

2.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Room For Improvement. 8.00 Shopping. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Emmerdale. 12.30 Coronation Street. 1.00 Sons And Daughters. 3.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.30 Medical Emergency. 5.00 Animal Rescue. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.00 Swimming. 16th FINA World C’ships (25m). Day 2.

(PGl,

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Swimming. 16th FINA World Championships (25m). Day 2. Finals. 10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 Family Law. (Ma) 12.00 The Thing About Pam. (Mdv, R) 1.00 Driving Test. (PGl, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Christmas In New York: Inside The Plaza. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Maytime In Mayfair. (1949) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 MOVIE: Octopussy. (1983, PG) 11.20 Late Programs.

6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

7.30 The Dog House. (PG, R) Christmas might have come early for a pug.

8.30 Miniseries: Crossfire. (MA15+v) Part 2 of 3. Jo summons her courage to rescue as many staff and guests as possible.

9.30 Bull. (Ma, R) Bull and Benny defend an estranged couple who are charged with money laundering and fraud.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Pooches At Play. 8.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. 9.00 iFish. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.00 MacGyver. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 2.00 Bull. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 The Love Boat. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. 10.20 Miniseries: Crossfire. 11.15 Tommy. 12.15am Shopping. 2.15 Late Programs.

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THURSDAY, December 15

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.35 That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.05 The Wimbledon Kidnapping. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 QI. (Mal, R) 1.30 Question Everything. (Final, Ms, R) 2.00 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 3.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 Soccer. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. 2022

FIFA World Cup. Semi-final. Match 59 Winner v Match 60 Winner. Replay. 11.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Quarter Final. England v France. Replay. 2.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Semi-final. Match 59 Winner v Match 60 Winner. Replay. 5.30 FIFA World Cup 2022 Daily World Cup Show.

6.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview Show.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PG)

8.30 Britain’s Scenic Railways At Christmas.

9.25 War Of The Worlds. (MA15+av)

10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 L’Opera. (Mls)

11.45 Stella Blomkvist. (MA15+s, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 3. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Renegades. From Cazalys Stadium, Queensland. 11.00 Extreme Weddings: Australia. (PG) A look at three weddings that are bursting with crazy costumes, curry feasts and a surprise destination.

12.00 Fantasy Island. (PGals, R) A bookworm who wants to say yes to life goes back in time to meet her favourite author.

Noon Inside Phuket Airport. 1.00 The Bionic Woman. 2.00 Full House. 3.00 The Nanny. 3.30 3rd Rock. 4.00 That ’70s Show. 4.30 Raymond. 5.30 The Nanny. 6.00 3rd Rock. 6.30 That ’70s Show. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Love Island Australia. 9.40 MOVIE: The Inbetweeners 2. (2014, MA15+) 11.40 Young Sheldon. 12.10am Satisfaction. 1.10 Below Deck Mediterranean. 2.00 Late Programs.

1.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R)

2.40 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

3.15 NSW Seniors’ Christmas Concert 2021. (R)

4.30 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. 1.50 Valley Of The Boom. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 Shortland St. 6.05 Jeopardy! 6.30 FIFA World Cup 2022 Daily World Cup Show. 7.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview Show. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 Betraying The Badge. 11.05 The UnXplained. 11.55 Late Programs.

1.00 Home Shopping. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Emmerdale. 12.30 Coronation Street. 1.00 Sons And Daughters. 3.00 A Foodies Guide To Kyushu Japan. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.30 Medical Emergency. 5.00 Animal Rescue. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Kavanagh QC. 10.15 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 American Restoration. 11.30 Pawn Stars.

Noon

Pawn Stars Sth Africa. 12.30 Pawn Stars UK. 1.00 Scrap Kings. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 No Man’s Land. 4.30 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.30 American Restoration. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.30 MOVIE: Resident Evil: Extinction. (2007, MA15+)

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Swimming. 16th FINA World Championships (25m). Day 3. Finals. 10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 Emergency Call. (Ma) 12.00 Pure Genius. (Mm)

1.00 Driving Test. (PGl, R)

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat 6am Morning Programs. 1pm The World According to Rowan Dean. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Paul Murray Live. 4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.30 Business Now With Ross Greenwood. 5.00 The Kenny Report. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Paul Murray Live. 9.00 The World According to Rowan Dean. 10.00 The Front Page. 10.30 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm The World According to Rowan Dean. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Paul Murray Live. 4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.30 Business Now With Ross Greenwood. 5.00 The Kenny Report. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Paul Murray Live. 9.00 The World According to Rowan Dean. 10.00 The Front Page. 10.30 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 11.30 Late Programs. SKY

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 World’s Greatest Natural Wonders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: It’s Great To Be Young! (1956) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Grantchester. 8.40 MOVIE: A View To A Kill. (1985, M) 11.20 Late Programs.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Jamie’s One-Pan Christmas. Jamie shows how to make meals in just one pan, pot or dish.

8.30 Miniseries: Crossfire. (MA15+av) Part 3 of 3. The residents try to solve the mystery as to why the hotel was chosen.

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Mdsv, R) The unit searches for three women. 11.30 Blue Bloods. (Mv, R) 12.30 The Project. (R)

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6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Pooches At Play. 8.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. 9.00 iFish. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.00 MacGyver. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 2.00 Bull. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 The Love Boat. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Bull. 10.30 Miniseries: Crossfire. 12.30am Home Shopping. 2.00 Tommy. 3.00 ST: Next Gen. 4.00 MacGyver.

8.30

Ernie Dingo. 8.00 Strait To The Plate. (Return)

PORT STEPHENS

By Jewell DRURY

SUNDAY saw young people from all over Port Stephens and Stockton travel to take part in interclub Tennis Championships at Tilligerry Tennis Club.

The tournament saw 44 entrants competing, from seven to fourteen years of age, from Boat Harbour, Stockton, Soldiers Point and Tilligerry Tennis Clubs.

More than 150 people were in attendance on the day.

The competition was a great kick start to the summer of tennis which is just around the corner.

“We wanted to give the kids a taste of experiencing a real competition to get them in the mood for the upcoming season of Australian tennis,” James Bellette, Head Coach at Foreshore Tennis told News Of The Area.

“We had a perfect day with a wonderful turnout on our new hard court, which is the same surface that the Australian Open is played on, so that was pretty exciting for the kids, ” Mr Bellette said.

The new hardcourt was officially opened in October 2021 and is the first of its kind from Stockton through to Fingal Bay.

A host of local businesses supported the competition by donating prizes for all the players.

Winners of the tournament for Yellow Ball 11- 17 years boys

Tennis Champs

were Harry Young from Stockton Tennis Club and runner up Rowan Burke from Soldiers Point Tennis Club.

Yellow Ball 11-17 years girls was won by Olivia McLoughlin from Tilligerry Tennis and runner up was Ella Robinson from Stockton Tennis Club.

Green Ball 8 -12 years boys was won by Bon Hammerton from Stockton Tennis and runner up was Henry Harris from Soldiers Point Tennis.

Green Ball 8-12 years girls was won by Lili Putica from Fingal Bay Tennis and runner up was Mia Ballardie from Stockton Tennis.

Orange Ball 7- 8 years boys was won by Will Hall from Soldiers Point and Runner up was Thomas Dunn from Stockton Tennis.

Orange Ball 7-8 years girls was won by Eva Hanrahan from Soldiers Point and Runner Up was Charlie Hafey from Stockton Tennis.

Roll on the summer of tennis.

q Cruz McGrath (Soldiers Point), Dashiell Lockie (Soldiers Point), Mitchell Humbles (Tilligerry), Rowan Burke (Soldiers Point), Harry Young, Ella Robinson and Olivia McLoughlin.